Food Services Aid (Catering) – Valkenberg Hospital 2025
Location: Valkenberg Hospital, Metro Health Services
Salary: R131,265 – R154,626 per annum + benefits (13th cheque, pension, housing & medical aid)
Closing Date: 7 March 2025
Job Overview
Valkenberg Hospital is seeking Food Services Aids to assist in hospital catering services. The successful candidate will help prepare and serve meals, maintain hygiene standards, and ensure smooth food operations within the healthcare environment.
Minimum Requirements
✔ Experience: Prior experience in a large-scale hospital food service environment.
✔ Education: Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
✔ Physical Fitness: Ability to lift heavy objects, work on your feet all day, and enter hospital wards.
✔ Availability: Willing to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
Key Responsibilities
✅ Prepare & serve meals according to standardized recipes (normal & therapeutic diets).
✅ Weigh, portion, and distribute food to hospital wards.
✅ Maintain hygiene & safety standards following HACCP principles.
✅ Clean kitchen areas, utensils, and food service equipment.
✅ Assist in receiving and storing provisions & stock.
✅ Follow hospital food safety regulations & procedures.
Skills & Competencies
✔ Team player with good interpersonal skills.
✔ Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
✔ Knowledge of occupational health, hygiene, and food safety standards.
✔ Understanding of therapeutic diets and basic kitchen equipment maintenance.
How to Apply
Apply online: Western Cape Government Health Jobs
Enquiries: Ms. A Getyeza | ☎ 021 440 3188
Important Notes:
⚠ No payment is required for applications.
⚠ Shortlisted candidates will undergo a written/practical and oral assessment.
⚠ Security clearance, qualification verification, and criminal record checks apply.
Join our team and make a difference in healthcare catering! ️